Schools | Alley Theatre Student Matinees

THANK YOU FOR CONFIRMING YOUR RESERVATION!

Whether you're a seasoned Student Matinee teacher or a first-time coordinator, this guide will tell you all you need to know to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.

Need help? Contact us. Let's expose young minds to the power of theatre!

THANK YOU FOR CONFIRMING YOUR RESERVATION!

Whether you're a seasoned Student Matinee teacher or a first-time coordinator, this guide will tell you all you need to know to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.

Need help? Contact us. Let's expose young minds to the power of theatre!

CLICK THE TABS TO NAVIGATE

If you have not finalized your booking, please review the "booking" tab carefully.

PAYMENT INFORMATION

1. PAYMENTS

2. CANCELLATIONS

3. APPROVED VENDOR

1. PAYMENTS

Payment Deadlines

Payments are due 6–8 weeks before your performance and must be paid in full by the date in your Booking Agreement.

Need more time? We’re happy to work with district timelines—just email education@alleytheatre.org before the due date listed below.

The Da Vinci Code

September 9, 2025

The Body Snatcher

September 23, 2025

A Christmas Carol

October 15, 2025

Real Women Have Curves

January 13, 2026

English

February 3, 2026

The Importance of Being Earnest

February 24, 2026

August Wilson's Fences

March 31, 2026

Payment Methods

All reservations must be paid prior to the scheduled performance date. Please do not bring payment on the day of your performance.

Check payable to:

Alley Theatre

ATTN: Finance

615 Texas Avenue
Houston, TX 77002

For credit card payments, click here.

Payment for Final Ticket Numbers

After the payment due date, you will be responsible to pay for the number of tickets listed on your Booking Agreement or latest invoice.

Once payment has been received, we can change your numbers, however, per our company policy, once payment has been received, we do not issue any refunds or exchanges.

2. CANCELLATIONS

Cancellation Policy

The group contact is responsible for canceling any Student Matinee reservations as soon as possible and before the payment due date. All unpaid ticket reservations will be released 24 hours after the payment deadline. This allows us ample time to offer the opportunity to schools on the waitlist to visit the Alley.

To cancel your reservation, please contact education@alleytheatre.org.

3. APPROVED VENDOR

Send Your Forms to Us, We Take Care of the Rest

The Alley is an approved vendor for most districts. If needed, let us know, and we’ll complete the approval process. Please send any required forms to education@alleytheatre.org.

PERFORMANCE COUNTDOWN & COMMUNICATION

You'll receive three emails leading up to the performance, reminding you of your scheduled date and requesting confirmation of crucial details. Stay tuned!

1. FIRST COMMUNICATION

Payment Reminder

A performance reminder will be sent leading up to your payment due date. Now's the perfect time to let us know if you wish to cancel, update your ticket reservation, or request a payment extension.

2. SECOND COMMUNICATION

Requesting Important Details

This email is packed with essential information to ensure your trip to the Alley is a success. Here are the key details to look out for:

1. Student Matinee Form

Fill out this form to give us information about the day-of group contact, cell phone number, accessibility needs, lunch plans, transportation information, and talkback plans. For more information on accessibility, click here.

Student Matinee Form

2. Alley Re-Sourced

Get important context and behind the scenes information about the show and explore guided activities with your class before and after the performance.

Alley Re-Sourced

3. Alley Etiquette Video

We encourage students to engage with the production during the show. Our Alley Etiquette Video provides useful tips on how to engage in a positive way!

4. Arrival and Performance Details

Bus Arrival & Parking: Includes important instructions for bus arrival, unloading, and parking procedures to help your group arrive safely and smoothly.

Show Information: Details on run time and content considerations. For additional guidance on our content guidelines, please refer to the Censor Policy in your Booking Agreement

Phone Confirmation

An Alley Theatre staff member will contact the main group lead to confirm the information submitted in your Student Matinee Form—or to give you a friendly reminder if it’s still outstanding.

3. THIRD COMMUNICATION

Final Communications

This is the final email you'll receive the day before your visit. Expect a follow-up text on the morning of your trip to ensure you have everything you need. Here's what's included:

Bus Leader Form
Safety Procedures
Prohibited Items

FINALIZE YOUR BOOKING

1. DOCUSIGN DOCUMENTS

2. FINALIZE TICKET NUMBERS

3. ENHANCE THE EXPERIENCE

4. TICKETS

5. REMINDERS

1. DOCUSIGN DOCUMENTS

Booking Agreement:

Your reservation will only be confirmed once the agreement is signed by both the group contact and the principal within 14 business days.

Here’s a sample of the agreement so you know what to look for. It includes important details such as:

contact phone numbers
reservation and payment information
play content policies
prohibited items
photo release agreement

Invoice:

This document states your school’s:

performance date/time
number of tickets reserved
payment instructions
payment due date

Contact education@alleytheatre.org if you need a revised invoice up to two weeks prior to the payment deadline.

Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate revisions after the payment has been submitted or the due date has passed.

2. FINALIZING TICKET NUMBERS

Final dates to adjust ticket numbers

You'll have several opportunities to change the number of tickets you requested, but the final date to change your ticket numbers are listed below. Requests to add more tickets are subject to availability.

The Da Vinci Code

August 26, 2025

The Body Snatcher

September 9, 2025

A Christmas Carol

October 1, 2025

Real Women Have Curves

December 30, 2025

English

January 20, 2026

The Importance of Being Earnest

February 10, 2026

August Wilson's Fences

March 17, 2026

You can request a new invoice and update your ticket numbers, please email education@alleytheatre.org.

3. ENHANCE YOUR STUDENTS' EXPERIENCE!

Student Matinee Add-ons

Backstage tours, pre- or post-show workshops that help students personalize the themes in the play, or a custom Artist or Designer talk that unpacks the artistic process are available for an additional cost. To coordinate a Student Matinee add-on, email education@alleytheatre.org. Don’t let cost be a barrier! Reach out to us for Title 1 discounts.

LEARN MORE ABOUT ADD-ONS

4. TICKETS

Ticketless Arrival

We've got you covered! On performance day, our team will have a list with your school's name and reserved ticket count. Our friendly ushers will be ready with a seating chart to guide you to your seats.

5. REMINDERS

All $16* Student Matinee Tickets Include

Exclusive 10 AM Performance

unabridged, offering the full, authentic impact of our regular performances.

20-Minute Talkback

with the cast, crew, & creative team immediately following the performance.

Alley Re-Sourced Access

with pre- & post-show classroom activities & dramaturgical resources to help you explore the play.

Alley Theatre offers 1 complimentary chaperone ticket for every 25 student tickets purchased. Any additional chaperone tickets will incur a $25 rate.

*Title 1 discounts may be available for select performances and based on availability.

THE BIG DAY

1. AUDIENCE ETIQUETTE & EXPECTATIONS

2. ARRIVAL PROCEDURE

3. DISMISSAL PROCEDURE

1. AUDIENCE ETIQUETTE & EXPECTATIONS

Prohibited Items

We want students to have the best theatrical experience! Collect the following items or leave them on the bus to ensure the audience is engaged with the actors and without distractions. Audible moments of surprise, laughter, and shock are common, and shushing a student will stifle their experience.

The theatre reserves the right to confiscate any prohibited item prior to or during the performance, to be returned afterwards. Please refer to your Booking Agreement or contact education@alleytheatre.org if you have any questions or medical needs.

No Electronic Devices

No Food or Drinks

No Bags or Backpacks

Alley Etiquette Video

We encourage students to engage with the production during the show. Our Alley Etiquette Video provides useful tips on how to engage in a positive way!

Photos

We know you want to capture this special experience! Photos taken by teachers and chaperones are only permitted during intermission to ensure everyone's safety during school arrival and dismissal. Please note that photos and videos of the performance are strictly prohibited.

About Our Space

Alley Theatre does not have concessions available for purchase during student matinee performances.
Our Theatre is kept at a cool temperature for the actors performing under the hot lights – we recommend students bring a jacket to stay warm.

2. ARRIVAL PROCEDURE

Bus Arrival & Parking Instructions

Here is an overview of the bus arrival procedure. A link with detailed parking information will be available closer to the show dates. If your group is arriving in private vehicles (and not a bus), click here for information on parking and arrival procedures.

1. Arrival

Arrival Time: Buses may arrive as early as 9:00 AM.
Drop-Off Location: Groups will be dropped off in front of Alley Theatre.

2. Confirm Details for Dismissal

Post-Show Talkback: Confirm with your bus driver in advance if your group is staying for the 20-minute post-show talkback. This will determine when they should return to the Alley for pick-up.

3. Parking

Parking: Buses will park near Daikin Park (formerly Minute Maid Park) after drop-off.
- The City of Houston requires bus drivers to remain in their buses at all times while parked. Failure to do so may result in an HPD ticket violation.
Bus Driver Restroom Access: Nearby cafés are available for restroom use.
Bus Parking Instructions: A link with detailed parking information will be available closer to the show dates.

BUS PARKING INSTRUCTIONS

Unloading your Bus

To ensure everyone's safety please read these instructions carefully.

Fill out your Bus Form. One form must be filled out per bus. Be sure to confirm with us and your bus driver if you're staying for the 20-minute post-show talkback.

Upon arrival, a Bus Greeter will meet your bus, confirm parking instructions and return time with the driver, and provide a bus number corresponding to your pager number.
- This pager is key to dismissal. Please DO NOT self-dismiss at the end of the performance. We will page you when your bus is in a safe location for loading.
The Bus Greeter will welcome your students and get them excited for the show. We will unload students in a single-file line. Depending on your arrival time, we may hold you on the outside steps, lobby stairs, or move you directly into the theater.
Please follow all directions from Alley staff members.

Bus Leader Form

Private Vehicle Arrival

Click below for arrival instructions if your group is arriving in private vehicles (and not a bus/shuttle/van).

Car Parking & Arrival

3. DISMISSAL PROCEDURE

Dismissal

For smooth traffic flow and safety, please refrain from self-dismissing. We'll dismiss schools in the order your bus(es) arrive. Your pager will alert you when it's your turn to load in a safe location. If you're staying for the talkback, dismissals will begin 20 minutes after its start.

Lunch Plans

Some schools opt to take their lunch near the Alley to ensure they have time to participate in the talkback or to avoid a rushed return to their campus. Here are some nearby options for your group to have lunch.

LUNCH OPTIONS

THANK YOU!

We at Alley Theatre would like to thank you for bringing your students to experience the magic of theatre! Here are some final thoughts to wrap up this great experience:

1. SUBMIT YOUR FEEDBACK

Let us Know About your Experience!

We are continually seeking ways to enhance the experience of students and teachers who visit our theatre. To help us achieve this goal, we would appreciate it if you could complete the feedback form sent to your email after the performance and share it with other chaperones who attended the performance.

2. OTHER SHOWS / NEXT SEASON

Submit Early for the Best Availability

We have plenty of shows and opportunities for you to bring your students to the Alley. If you are interested in attending another student matinee performance, click below to view other offerings and submit an interest form. Shows for the following season will be announced late April/early May.

OTHER SHOWS

3. BEYOND THE SHOW

Bring the Alley to Your Classroom

Alley Theatre offers an array of exciting and impactful workshops and residencies to middle and high schools that are designed for in-person or online learning. Our programs challenge students’ understanding of current events and explore the fundamental questions with which we all wrestle.

LEARN MORE

EDUCATION & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

713.315.5424

Meredith J. Long Theatre Center
615 Texas Avenue
Houston, Texas 77002

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THANK YOU FOR CONFIRMING YOUR RESERVATION!

Whether you're a seasoned Student Matinee teacher or a first-time coordinator, this guide will tell you all you need to know to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.

Need help? Contact us. Let's expose young minds to the power of theatre!

THANK YOU FOR CONFIRMING YOUR RESERVATION!

Whether you're a seasoned Student Matinee teacher or a first-time coordinator, this guide will tell you all you need to know to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.

Need help? Contact us. Let's expose young minds to the power of theatre!

THANK YOU FOR CONFIRMING YOUR RESERVATION!

Whether you're a seasoned Student Matinee teacher or a first-time coordinator, this guide will tell you all you need to know to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.

Need help? Contact us. Let's expose young minds to the power of theatre!

CLICK THE TABS TO NAVIGATE

If you have not finalized your booking, please review the "booking" tab carefully.

PAYMENT INFORMATION

PERFORMANCE COUNTDOWN & COMMUNICATION

FINALIZE YOUR BOOKING

THE BIG DAY

THANK YOU!

713.315.5424

Meredith J. Long Theatre Center
615 Texas Avenue
Houston, Texas 77002

713.315.3389

Meredith J. Long Theatre Center
615 Texas Avenue
Houston, Texas 77002

All Content Provided for Educational Purposes Only.

RE-SOURCED

EXPLORE OUR INTERACTIVE SCHOOL PROGRAMS →

STUDENT MATINEES

EXPLORE OUR OTHER SCHOOL PROGRAMS →

THANK YOU FOR CONFIRMING YOUR RESERVATION! Whether you're a seasoned Student Matinee teacher or a first-time coordinator, this guide will tell you all you need to know to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Need help? Contact us. Let's expose young minds to the power of theatre!

THANK YOU FOR CONFIRMING YOUR RESERVATION! Whether you're a seasoned Student Matinee teacher or a first-time coordinator, this guide will tell you all you need to know to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Need help? Contact us. Let's expose young minds to the power of theatre!

THANK YOU FOR CONFIRMING YOUR RESERVATION!

Whether you're a seasoned Student Matinee teacher or a first-time coordinator, this guide will tell you all you need to know to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Need help? Contact us. Let's expose young minds to the power of theatre!

CLICK THE TABS TO NAVIGATE If you have not finalized your booking, please review the "booking" tab carefully.

FINALIZE YOUR BOOKING

713.315.5424

Meredith J. Long Theatre Center 615 Texas Avenue Houston, Texas 77002

​

713.315.3389

Meredith J. Long Theatre Center 615 Texas Avenue Houston, Texas 77002

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All Content Provided for Educational Purposes Only.

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THANK YOU FOR CONFIRMING YOUR RESERVATION!

Whether you're a seasoned Student Matinee teacher or a first-time coordinator, this guide will tell you all you need to know to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.

Need help? Contact us. Let's expose young minds to the power of theatre!

THANK YOU FOR CONFIRMING YOUR RESERVATION!

Whether you're a seasoned Student Matinee teacher or a first-time coordinator, this guide will tell you all you need to know to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.

Need help? Contact us. Let's expose young minds to the power of theatre!

Whether you're a seasoned Student Matinee teacher or a first-time coordinator, this guide will tell you all you need to know to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.

Need help? Contact us. Let's expose young minds to the power of theatre!

CLICK THE TABS TO NAVIGATE

If you have not finalized your booking, please review the "booking" tab carefully.

Meredith J. Long Theatre Center
615 Texas Avenue
Houston, Texas 77002

Meredith J. Long Theatre Center
615 Texas Avenue
Houston, Texas 77002